1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Thema | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Previa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |